Dame Arlene Phillips

Dame Arlene Phillips is a globally renowned choreographer, director, presenter, and much-loved television personality with a career spanning over four decades. From the stage to the screen, Arlene’s influence on dance and entertainment is profound, with credits including We Will Rock You, Starlight Express, Grease, and Annie, alongside high-profile collaborations with music legends such as Elton John, Queen and Aretha Franklin.

She rose to fame in the late 1970s as the creative force behind the trailblazing dance group Hot Gossip, and has since worked across film, television, theatre, fashion, and large-scale live events. Arlene has choreographed over 100 commercials and directed major stage shows from Saturday Night Fever to Lord of the Dance. She served as a long-time judge on BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing and Strictly Dance Fever, and remains a beloved presence on UK television.

A passionate advocate for the arts and charity, Arlene has used her platform to raise awareness and funds for causes including the Grenfell Tower relief and children’s health charities. She was awarded an OBE in 2001 and appointed Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in 2021 for services to dance and charity.

As a speaker or event host, Arlene captivates audiences with her warmth, wit and extraordinary life story. From the highs of global fame to the challenges of breaking boundaries in entertainment, her insights into creativity, resilience and reinvention leave a lasting impression on all who hear her.

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